1992 Ford Probe vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Ford Probe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Probe weights approximately 194 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Probe | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
